Suzi - thanks for responding to this. It's always been a bit of a
head scratcher to me as they obviously DID exist but the Bible says
nothing about them. My theory is that there were many years, prior to
*our time* on earth that had the same problems (in different ways). Our
Bible starts at the beginning of 'us'. There's a wonderful scripture
that confirms this thought, to me.

Ecc 1:9 - The thing that hath been, it is that which shall be; and that which is done is that which shall be done: and there is no new thing under the sun. ( emphasis mine)

This pattern has been going on for a very, very long time. The
dinosaurs were 'anomalies' and certainly not the beautifully balanced
design of our LORD'S creation. Demonic interference is apparent. I do
not believe that they were an 'experiment' before 'God got it right'.
The evidence of their existence is laid bare for us to learn from - to
ponder upon. To try and make sense of.

Your prayer request has been noted dear Suzi. You're obviously
going through a very rough time. Never fear - your LORD is near. He
knows every single hair on your head. Trust Him. Find peace in your
beautiful faith and put everything in His hands. It will all be fine
and perfect.